Earl Mah Aquatic Centre (Whirlpool) - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:
Facility Type:  Swimming Pool/Waterslide (>19 sq.m)
Inspection type:  Routine
Inspection date:  November 21, 2007
Follow-up Required:  No

This facility was given a low hazard rating.
More information on hazard ratings.

Field Tests
Chlorine (Total)
1ppm
Chlorine (Free Available)
1ppn (ideal FAC 3-5ppm for hot tub)
Chlorine (Combined)
Bromine (Free Available)
pH
7.4
Total Alkalinity
100ppm (ideal: 120-150ppm for hot tub)
Total Hardness
Temperature
40C
Clarity
good, main drain easily visible from pool side
Cyanuric Acid

Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code   Description / Observation / Corrective Action
401  Critical Inadequate concentration of disinfectant
Observation: FAC at 1ppm, ideal FAC should be 3-5 ppm for hot tub
Corrective Action: FAC need ot be increased
421   Other (specify below)
Observation: alkalinity at 100ppm (ideal 120-150ppm for hot tub)
Corrective Action: it must be increased to stablilized pH and pool chemistry